4- hand injuries Flashcards
1
Q
what is boxers fracture? management?
A
when punch something, minimal displacement with no rotation, more distal
manage by taping buddy strap
2
Q
what is mallet finger?
A
DIP joint bent down with resisted extension and tenderness/bruising
- often if fall on finger or dog lead wrapped around finger. need to find out if bone involvement or not
management = mallet splint straight for 8 weeks if soft tissue injury
3
Q
what is PIP joint dislocation treatment?
A
you have to pull & buddy strap immediately. if delayed presentation then impossible to reduce so may require fusion
4
Q
what is Bennetts fracture?
A
1st metacarpal fracture (thumb)
5
Q
what is eschar? (burns)
A
thick, leathery, inelastic skin which can form after burns. may require surgical release to allow movement
